Modder Revives Cut Content in Resident Evil 3 Remake with Ambitious ‘Last Escape’ Overhaul

When Capcom launched Resident Evil 3 Remake in April 2020, it wowed players with breathtaking visuals, heart-pounding Nemesis pursuits, and a faithful recreation of Jill Valentine’s frantic escape from zombie-infested Raccoon City. Yet longtime fans of the 1999 classic Resident Evil 3: Nemesis (also known as Biohazard 3: Last Escape) felt shortchanged. Entire iconic locations vanished, the campaign felt shorter and more linear, and key exploration, puzzles, and story elements were cut to streamline the experience for modern audiences.

Now, one dedicated modder is working to right those wrongs—and then some.

Enter Resident Evil 3 Last Escape, a massive, in-development PC mod that restores nearly all the content removed from the 2020 remake while adding brand-new locations, overhauling gameplay systems, and creating what promises to be the ultimate survival-horror reimagining of Jill’s nightmare.

Restoring the Classics, Building Something Bigger

According to progress shared via the modder’s YouTube channel (@RE3_Remake_LastEscape) and coverage on sites like DSOGaming and Wccftech, the project goes far beyond simple fixes:

• Restored original content — Full access to the legendary Clock Tower, the Park, the Disused Plant, the Cemetery, the Raccoon Police Department (RPD), and more. The very first Nemesis encounter has also been reworked—replacing the remake’s dramatic introduction with a zombie ambush and explosion sequence straight out of the 1999 game.

• Brand-new expansions — Extended city blocks in Uptown, a fully playable Jack’s Bar (previously just a cutscene backdrop), and redesigned level layouts that encourage genuine exploration instead of corridor-to-corridor progression.

• Gameplay overhauls — A reworked crafting system with multiple new gunpowder types, fresh puzzles, adjusted item placement and progression, and entirely new or expanded Nemesis boss fights.

• Classic survival tension — The iconic Ink Ribbon save system (limited ink ribbons that make every typewriter moment count) has been added, echoing both the original games and Resident Evil 2 Remake.

In the modder’s own words:

“This mod is a complete reimagining and expansion of Resident Evil 3 Remake. I’m restoring cut content and adding entirely new locations, expanding the city, and redesigning core gameplay systems to create a darker, more survival-focused experience inspired by the original game.”

Progress Videos Already Turning Heads

The modder has been dropping short showcase videos that have the community buzzing:

• Jack’s Bar – Watch Jill explore the once-off-limits watering hole.

• Uptown expansion – Brand-new streets and alleyways that make Raccoon City feel alive (and terrifying).

• New items – Including Jill’s classic Samurai Edge handgun.

• Ink Ribbon system – In action, complete with that nostalgic typewriter clack.

SAMURAI EDGE (Part 3) Jill Valentine Model │Surviving Handgun of Raccoon City (Resident Evil 3)

The videos are short but polished, showing smooth integration with the RE Engine and impressive attention to detail. Fans on Reddit, NeoGAF, and YouTube comments are already calling it “the mod RE3 Remake deserved” and “the ultimate way to replay Jill’s story.”

No Release Date Yet—But the Hype Is Real

As with any ambitious mod of this scale, there is currently no ETA or download link. The project is clearly in active development, and the modder continues to post regular updates. When it does drop, it will be for the PC version of Resident Evil 3 Remake (Steam, Epic, etc.).

The timing couldn’t be better: with Resident Evil Requiem (one of 2026’s most anticipated titles) on the horizon, fans are hungry for more Raccoon City content—and this mod is delivering exactly that.

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Clock Tower interior from the original 1999 game — soon to be fully explorable in the remake thanks to this mod.

Why This Matters

The Resident Evil franchise has one of the most passionate and talented modding communities in gaming. From HD texture overhauls to full reimaginings, fans have kept these classics alive and evolving for decades. Resident Evil 3 Last Escape stands out as one of the most ambitious attempts yet to “fix” a remake that many felt sacrificed too much of the original’s soul.

Whether you’re a purist who still prefers the PS1 version or a newcomer who wants more bang for your buck out of the 2020 remake, this mod could completely change how you experience Jill Valentine’s last escape.

Stay tuned to the RESIDENT EVIL 3 LAST ESCAPE YouTube channel for the latest footage. Once the mod launches, it will likely become essential playing for any Resident Evil fan on PC.

What do you think—will this be the definitive version of RE3 Remake? Drop your thoughts below, and keep an eye on this page for future updates!